Intense gusts attaining speeds of approximately 155km/h (96mph) have resulted in nearly 90,000 homes experiencing outages and led officials to call off over 100 flights, based on regional news sources.
These gusts are influencing the whole South Island and southern sections of the North Island, as stated by the national weather agency.
Officials in New Zealand have announced uncommon red wind warnings - the highest alert level - in central regions including Wellington and Canterbury.
People have been advised to avoid going outside, stay off roads, and prepare for further power and communication outages.
Extensive Impact and Emergency Measures
The electricity loss appears to be affecting homes mainly in the southern region, although agencies state that the electricity supply was being slowly brought back.
Regional news have reported that in various locations roofs have been ripped off houses, and power lines and trees have been brought down by the gusts.
Across Wellington, a man was killed after being hit by a tree branch at a frequent walking route on Tuesday.
Also in the capital, a woman was swept into oncoming traffic on a road by a strong gust of wind, in a event that was captured in a viral dashcam video.
Aircraft services in and out of the urban area have been cancelled due to the weather, and certain highways and community centers are shut down.
Meanwhile Canterbury officials have announced a emergency situation, to assist recovery activities.
Labor Protests Amid Harsh Weather
These intense gusts on today coincide with many of educators, medical professionals and government employees are participating in what has been termed a "major walkout", requesting improved salaries and workplace environments.
But the severe conditions has compelled them to change certain arrangements, with various open-air gatherings relocated inside or abandoned.
Like conditions are also sweeping the nearby nation, bringing a period of extreme heat to the country's outback.
Agencies have announced fire bans for apprehension regarding forest fires.
